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(L to R) Yosuke - Drums, Ted -
Eleki Bass, "Last Group Sounds" is a 10 track compilation of fan favorite Captains songs. Tokyo No Records is proud to present the band's first stateside release. Digipak with faux vinyl CD face. Audio Samples:
"Group Sounds" is a collective term that refers to the hundreds of rock bands that formed in Japan throughout the late 1960s. These bands appeared shortly after the Beatles' historic Budokan concerts in '66 and dominated the Japanese music industry until 1970, which is usually accredited as the start of the psychedelic "New Sounds" era. GS bands often had six or more members who were expected to dress in stylish matching outfits. And they did so well. GS samples: Tokyo No Records also recommends the following GS bands: The Tempters, The Carnabeats, The Mops, 491, The Wild Ones, The Village Singers, Sharp Five, The Dynamites, and The Bunnys. The Captains formed in an effort to carry on the GS tradition. They are currently one of the most popular indie acts in Japan, their following constantly growing due to incessant touring and a memorable live act. They live in a house together in northern Japan, just like the Monkees (aside from the Japan bit). Visit
The Captains' official Japanese webpage
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